M5 Stuart
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At first, the M5 Stuart appears to be a minor downgrade from the M3 Stuart, with slightly worse armor and lower speed for more hit points. The biggest difference is the ability to equip the fearsome 75mm Howitzer M3, one of the largest guns on any light tank in the game. While only able to fire HE shells with limited penetration (although using premium ammunition will more than make up for this), the M5's excellent speed and agility can be used to expose the thin rear and side armor of your opponents for maximum effect. The M5 can inflict damage on almost any tank through tier 7, but usually not in large amounts. Be warned though, its accuracy is poor, so come in fast, get close, and then get out of there. You can always come around for another pass from a different angle.
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Player Opinion
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Above average top speed and traverse speed
- Above average accuracy, aim time, and turret traverse speed
- Above average ammo capacity
- Above average view and signal range
Cons:
- Below average hit points
- Below average engine power
- Below average hull and turret armour
- Below average penetration, rate of fire, and elevation arc
Performance
Due to its battle tier placement, this tank is relegated to a scouting role. However, it can do more than just scout; it's 75mm howitzer can do significant damage to the thinner armor of enemy tanks. This tank is not completely defenseless, but it will not stand against enemy fire. Harass the enemy with hit and run tactic. If you can force the enemy's attention away from your damage dealing allies, their jobs will be much easier and you will have greatly contributed to team victory.
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Historical Info
The Light Tank M5 was a modified Light Tank M3 with a new power train and an improved armor layout. A radial engine shortage was expected in 1941, and it was decided to find alternative engines to power tanks. The engines in the M5 were Cadillac automobile engines, each with its own transmission. The hull was all-welded, and the glacis was sloped and moved out to make more room for the drivers. The drivers had their own hatches, which were equipped with periscopes. Direct vision for the drivers was through two peepholes that were closed with steel plugs attached with chains. The M5's turret was the same as that on the light tank M3A1. The M5 was originally known as light tank M4, but was redesignated to M5 to avoid confusion with the medium tank M4. The British called the M5 the Stuart VI.
The major distinguishing features between the Light Tanks M5 and M3A3 are the hull sides and rear deck. The M5 had a raised rear deck to accommodate the twin Cadillac engines and vertical hull sides, while the M3A3 had sloping upper hull sides and a flat engine deck.
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